Delhi High Court reserves order on jurisdiction in HUL-Beco advertising dispute
The Delhi High Court has reserved its ruling on whether it can hear HUL’s advertising-disparagement suit against Beco owner Kwick Living. HUL’s interim-relief request will be considered only after the jurisdiction question is decided.
What happened
Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) · Delhi High Court reserved its order on whether it has jurisdiction over HUL’s advertising-disparagement suit against Beco
Why this matters
The unresolved jurisdiction question highlights litigation risk around comparative advertising claims, a diligence consideration for FMCG brand partnerships or acquisitions.